Labour to scrap Police and Crime Commissioners
Labour announces it will scrap Police and Crime Commissioners, calling them a 'failed experiment'. The move aims to save £100m for frontline policing.
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Drug dealer cars seized in Birmingham crime hotspots
West Midlands Police seize untaxed vehicles in Sparkhill following drug dealing intelligence. The cars were abandoned in crime hotspot areas. Read the latest.
Gunman gets 32 years for Wolverhampton shooting
Leon Haughton sentenced to 32 years for attempted murder after armed police arrest in Wolverhampton. Read the full dramatic story of the shooting and investigation.
Greggs worker assaulted in Telford sandwich robbery
West Mercia Police appeal for information after a staff member was assaulted during a robbery at a Greggs in Telford. A grinning man is sought in connection with the incident.
Birmingham's Safest Areas: 2025 Crime Rate Report
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported fewest incidents in past year.
Birmingham's 13 Safest Areas With Lowest Crime Rates
Explore the latest data revealing Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with the lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported the fewest incidents.
19 charged after Birmingham city centre police operation
West Midlands Police have charged 19 individuals following significant disorder in Birmingham city centre, with offences including violent disorder and weapon possession after coordinated police action.
Three arrested after Birmingham teenager robbed at knifepoint
West Midlands Police have arrested three suspects following a terrifying knifepoint robbery targeting a teenage boy in Birmingham's Kings Heath area. The victim was threatened with a blade before having his possessions stolen in broad daylight.
Major Police Incident in Aston: Armed Officers Deployed
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Birmingham's Aston area as a significant police presence, including armed units, responded to a serious ongoing incident on Wednesday afternoon.
Four charged in Sainsbury's car park crime crackdown
Four individuals face serious charges following a major police operation targeting organised retail crime at a Birmingham Sainsbury's supermarket car park.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
Firework-yobs attack police officers in Birmingham
Dramatic body-worn video reveals terrifying moment police officers were targeted with fireworks and bricks during violent disorder in Shard End, Birmingham
Police hunt thugs after brutal double assault in Solihull
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after two men were brutally attacked in separate incidents in Solihull town centre. Detectives believe the violent assaults may be linked.
Car stolen with baby inside - police appeal
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
Teens Escape Jail for Vicious Wolverhampton Attack
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
Birmingham Hit-and-Run: Pedestrian Critical After Erdington Crash
A pedestrian remains in critical condition after a shocking hit-and-run incident in Birmingham's Erdington area. Police launch urgent manhunt for driver who fled the scene.
TikTok Murder: Tristyn Bailey Case Goes Viral
The disturbing story of how a Florida teenager's murder went viral on TikTok is now being explored in a new ITV documentary, examining the dark intersection of social media and true crime.
Community rallies after Birmingham police officer's death
Heartfelt fundraiser launched for funeral of PC Daniel Gower, described as a 'true gentleman' who dedicated his life to serving his Birmingham community.
£700k Gold Bars Found in Police Raid
West Midlands Police uncovered a treasure trove of 7kg gold bars, luxury watches, and £100,000 cash in a major organised crime bust across Birmingham and Solihull.
Machete and knife stash uncovered in police raid
West Midlands Police make chilling discovery during warrant in Whitmore Reans, uncovering multiple large blades including a machete and zombie knife in residential property.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Birmingham commissioners hit back at bankruptcy critics
Government-appointed commissioners deliver a powerful defence of Birmingham's recovery plan, dismissing critics as 'ill-informed' while revealing the true scale of the city's financial challenges.
Police use chainsaws twice in Birmingham drugs raid
West Midlands Police took extreme measures with chainsaws to breach a Birmingham property during a drugs warrant, uncovering a sophisticated cannabis farm in a shocking daytime operation.
Prolific Birmingham thief jailed after seven-week crime spree
A prolific Birmingham thief has been jailed for 18 months after admitting to seven shoplifting offences across the city centre in just seven weeks, with crimes captured on CCTV.
Gwent Police Launch New Community Alert System
Gwent Police unveils an innovative community messaging service that delivers real-time alerts and strengthens police-public partnerships across the region.
Armed police respond to Birmingham city centre stabbing
West Midlands Police confirm armed officers responded to a serious stabbing incident on Navigation Street, with two victims hospitalised and cordons remaining in place as investigations continue.
Midlands drug dealers' lavish jet-set lifestyles exposed
Criminals across the Midlands are living the high life with luxury holidays, designer clothes and private jet flights - all paid for by their illegal drug empires. Police reveal how organised crime groups are flaunting their wealth while communities suffe
Charity Thief Hunted After Stealing from Vulnerable in Birmingham
West Midlands Police are hunting a callous thief who stole charity boxes from a Birmingham shop supporting vulnerable adults with learning disabilities.
Pensioner beaten by thugs in vicious street robbery
A 70-year-old man was brutally attacked by a gang of thugs who stole his wallet and phone in a shocking daylight robbery that has left the community reeling.
Walsall man charged in knife threat case
A 28-year-old Walsall man faces multiple charges after residents were reportedly threatened with a knife during a disturbance on a residential street. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
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